Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother star George Gilbey dies aged 40-Meghna Amin-Entertainment – Metro

Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died (Picture: Channel 4)

Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother star George Gilbey has died aged 40.

The star first hit our screens in September 2013 on the Channel 4 series with his mum Linda and late dad Peter, before appearing on Celebrity Big Brother the following year, where he finished fourth overall.

His sister confirmed the sad news of his death on Wednesday, writing: ‘Rest in eternal paradise brother. Far too young but god only takes the best.’

Geordie Shore star Ricci Guarnaccio also paid tribute on X, writing: ‘Breaks my [heart] but @georgegilbey you are well and truely going to be missed my friend.

‘Always lit up the room, cared for others & the memories we made I’ll cherish for ever brother. From CBB to speaking to you last week, I’m going to hugely miss you ma boiii! Love you GG.’

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